About This Opportunity
The Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme, administered by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA), funds talented students from select Eastern Partnership, Western Balkans, and Central Asian countries to pursue full-time Master's degree programmes at Polish universities. The programme is part of Poland's broader international academic cooperation strategy and aims to strengthen ties with partner nations while giving outstanding students access to quality European education.
Eligibility Requirements
- Citizen of one of the programme's eligible countries — confirm Ghana's current eligibility status on nawa.gov.pl, as the eligible country list is specific and may vary by cycle
- Hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent and meet the academic requirements of your chosen Polish programme
- Apply within the annual application window (typically March–April)
What You Get / Benefits
- Full tuition fee waiver for your entire Master's programme at a Polish university
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
- Accommodation support during your studies
- Access to Poland's growing higher education system, including strong programmes in STEM, economics, and the humanities
How to Apply
Tips
- Confirm Ghana's eligibility status before investing significant time in this application — the Stefan Banach programme has a specific eligible country list that does not always include all African nations.
- Polish universities offer a growing number of English-taught Master's programmes, making language proficiency less of a barrier than it once was — search specifically for English-medium options at your target institution.
- Poland's cost of living is notably lower than Western Europe, meaning your stipend stretches further — a practical advantage worth factoring into your choice.